The Art Of Coaching

We’ve all been hit by it.

It seemingly comes out of nowhere—a misunderstanding or argument we never saw coming. One moment you’re having a discussion, the next you're blindsided by resistance, vitriol, or passive-aggressive blowback. Where did it come from? Why did something small suddenly feel so personal?

Here’s the truth: it’s rarely about the thing—it’s about what the thing represents. Control. Trust. Identity. Relevance. Fear....

Why is talking about money so hard? 

An even better question might be: why do so many job postings treat compensation like a state secret—vague, unclear, or completely absent? 

The truth is, people want to know they’ll be respected and valued. If you leave them guessing, they’ll start looking elsewhere.

In Part 1 of this hiring series, we covered how to attract the right candidates. In Part 2, we dug into asking the right questions...

Most interviews miss the mark.

Predictable questions. Rehearsed answers. And when it’s over, you still haven’t figured out who the person really is.

In Part 1 of this series, we covered what matters most when it comes to attracting the right candidates. Today is about what happens next. How do you actually assess whether someone can solve the real problems you are hiring them to tackle or if they’re the right fit?

The truth is, mos...

Hiring the right people doesn’t start with the interview — it starts with the job posting.

In this first episode of our hiring series, we tackle a question we hear all the time from mentoring clients: How do I find better candidates? 

Whether you’re a business owner, a team leader involved in hiring, or even someone applying for jobs, this one’s for you.

We break down a simple but effective framework to help you diagnose and improv...

You feel it, right? That tension thick enough to slice, the elephant in the room no one dares mention. But sooner or later, it has to be dealt with.

Most people think resolving conflict demands complex processes. In reality, the solution usually boils down to simply hashing it out. Yet, when friction arises, we often overcomplicate things or avoid them altogether, escalating drama.

It's time to step up and initiate tough conversati...

You hear about it all the time. A team goes from the bottom of the league to championship contenders. A failing company suddenly becomes the industry gold standard. 

The media calls it a “culture shift,” but let’s be real, culture doesn’t change overnight. It erodes over time when bad habits go unchecked, just like it improves through intentional action. The problem? Most people don’t have the stomach for what it really takes to ma...

Most people focus on the big moments when preparing for a speech, but true professionals know it’s the small, overlooked details that make all the difference. 

In this episode, Brett answers one of the most common questions he gets:  “What’s your process for preparing to give a keynote or in-service?”

Pulling from hard-earned experience over the past decade, he walks through the non-negotiables and need-to-knows before stepping ont...

In a world where AI is becoming part of everything we do, the big question isn’t if you should use it—it’s how you should use it. Are you using AI to sharpen your thinking and free up mental bandwidth? Or is it slowly making you more dependent, less strategic, and mentally lazy without you realizing it?

In this episode, I break down:

✅ How high performers and busy people use AI to enhance their thinking—not replace it

✅ Ways AI can...

We all wear different hats throughout the day. One minute, you’re locked in at work, making quick decisions under pressure. Next, you’re at home, where that same intensity doesn’t fly. Maybe you’re presenting to a boardroom in the morning and coaching your kid’s team in the evening. Each situation demands a different approach. If you don’t adjust, you misfire.

The ability to shift gears seamlessly, whether in leadership, relationsh...

You can’t make this stuff up. 

Every time you finally sit down to tackle the project you know needs to get done, something gets in the way. You get sick. A family member needs help. You lose your job or suffer a major professional setback. And let’s be honest, sometimes the biggest obstacle…is you. The crazier or more unpredictable the distraction, the more likely it seems to happen.

So how do we stop getting knocked off course? Ho...

DONE. You’ve finally finished the big project you’ve been agonizing over.

But as you prepare to hit send, print, submit - whatever - all you feel is doubt.  Despite the preparation and time you’ve put in, you can’t help but think about all the ways this “finished product” isn’t good enough.

This is just one example of how perfectionism can manifest in our day-to-day lives; how it can hold us back, make us feel anxious - even depres...

We’ve all been there. Stuck, unmotivated, and unsure of what to do or where to go next. And just as we’ve struggled, we’ve also had to help others who can’t seem to move forward. Whether you’re a leader, manager, mentor, or just someone who wants to be more effective in tough conversations, knowing how to cut through resistance is a critical skill.

People don’t just fear failure, they fear success. Staying stuck, or just refusing t...

This week, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, and a topic people continue to ask us about. 

People pleasing. We’ve all seen it before (whether we recognized it or not) - constantly being agreeable, always saying yes, never setting any boundaries - all to the point of self-destruction.  If you haven’t experienced it yourself, it’s likely you’ve witnessed someone else demonstrate these behaviors. 

And although it may ...

We’ve all been there, and watched it happen from afar. 

Something happens, and the temperature starts to rise. Tempers flare, and the situation becomes heated. These moments can reveal sides of us we’re not particularly proud of.

How should we respond when life gets tense and others lack empathy or communicate in passive-aggressive ways? What actions can we take to navigate these difficult interactions without making things worse? 

Have you ever heard the phrase, "no plan survives first contact," or, "everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face"? 

These sayings might sound dramatic, but let’s be honest, they ring true. Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us, especially when we’re chasing our biggest, scariest goals.

When that happens, we’re often quick to rationalize, intellectualize, or make excuses for why we didn’t follow through. It’s huma...

New year, new you, right? 

Many of us set resolutions and goals this time of year, which is a great way to start fresh. But let’s be honest: flipping the calendar doesn’t magically fix everything in our lives.

If we want to truly step up as leaders, spouses, parents, or high achievers, we need to confront the uncomfortable “stuff” we’ve been avoiding. It’s about unpacking the baggage we’ve been dragging along, facing it head-on, an...

This week, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, because the questions about this topic just keep coming! While giving feedback is a skill many want to master, the real secret lies in learning how to receive it. (’Tis the inverse of the season)

Hearing where we can improve is tough, and the common advice about giving feedback—like the “sandwich technique”—often falls flat in real-world situations. Instead of sharing su...

Regret. It’s a loaded word, especially around the holidays. 

But it doesn’t have to be as painful as it seems. Imagine the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’ve done everything in your power to let someone truly understand where you’re coming from and why. How can we hold ourselves accountable and ensure we’re not the problem in those critical moments?

Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones who doesn’t have heavy personal issues...

There’s nowhere lonelier in the world than rock bottom. 

It’s a place where overwhelm, anxiety, and uncertainty feel relentless, and the total weight of your burden makes moving forward seem impossible. Staying down is a choice, but it’s one that you really can’t afford to make.

Before you pick yourself up, you need to know exactly where you are. When you recognize where the demons holding you down come from, you can see the path y...